+ How will our vision change if Fr. Kevin is reassigned to another parish?
The enduring foundation of OLG parish will be the parishioners who make up our faith community. Our vision is to build a sustainable foundation for OLG so that it can continue to serve and grow over the next 75 years. While Fr. Kevin is at the heart of our faith community today, we know he will move on to another parish at some point in the future (hopefully a long time from now). We want to build something that will endure into the future.
+ Is additional parking (especially for seniors) being contemplated as part of the plan?
Yes, parking and traffic flow are being considered and will be redesigned, as necessary, to both improve the current situation, as well as support any changes.
+ What thoughts have been given to the aesthetics of the plan? Will we maintain continuity with the rest of the campus? Will there be consideration to maintaining green space?
Maintaining continuity with the existing campus and maintaining green space will be design principles. We are blessed to have a significant amount of green space with which to work. No design decisions will be made without input from the parish community.
+ How much will all of this add to the operating expense of the parish? Do we have revenue projections for the different elements being considered in the feasibility phase?
Fiscal analysis is critical to any size campaign. During the feasibility phase, we made some assumptions, and that analysis clearly indicated the addition of buildings and the activities expected to happen within those buildings would result in increased personnel and operating expenses. However, potential components, like the preschool, would also provide a revenue stream. As the definition of a campaign continues to evolve, the economic impact to OLG will be refined and remain a critical data point when making decisions. Before moving forward with any element being considered in the capital campaign, the parish finance council would have to approve all plans and assumptions.
+ Is a new kitchen being considered as part of the capital campaign?
Yes. Our current kitchen is inadequate and it constrains our ability to support our ministries.
+ What has the process been for the feasibility phase?
Last October, Father Kevin asked parishioners, Kevin and Patty Gilligan and Doug and Cindy Fulton to lead a committee to examine the feasibility of a capital campaign. They formed a committee that includes representation across the parish.
There are major milestones for the Feasibility Phase of the Advancing Our Mission campaign these will be managed and available throughout the planning process at our AOM History and Updates page
+ What are key external trends that will shape the future of our archdiocese and how have those trends been incorporated into this study?
External trends regarding mass attendance and religious affiliation are continuously studied in our culture, at large. It is good for OLG to be aware of what is happening elsewhere, but more importantly, be vigilant as to what is happening here at OLG and why. OLG parish and school enrollment are growing, consistently. One might say, we are “bucking the trend.” Both parish and school engagement and participation are strong, and even in tough times, OLG parishioners, school families, and others touched by our ministries have proven to remain committed to our mission of making Jesus Christ known and loved – now and for the next 75 years.
+ What are the plans for the memorial terrace and the bricks that have already been placed?
The memorial terrace and pavers will remain in the courtyard. If necessary, they may be moved to another location within the courtyard (e.g., pushed out with a wall extension or relocated to the center of the courtyard), but will remain part of the landscaping.
Visit the Advancing Our Mission website for more information and to submit your comments or questions.